Ground-Based Intercept of a Ballistic Missile Infrared Sensor Design

This investigation encompasses a study of the operation of infrared detectors and applies this knowledge to the design of a space-based infrared sensor. The design process is illustrated, and sensor technology is explored in order to provide design options at each step. The infrared sensor system de...

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Main Author: DeYoung, Daniel S
Format: Report
Language:English
Subjects:
Active & Passive Radar Detection & Equipment
ANTIMISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEMS
ARCHITECTURE
BALLISTIC MISSILE INTERCEPT SYSTEMS
BOOST PHASE
DETECTORS
GROUND CONTROLLED INTERCEPTION
Guided Missiles
Infrared Detection and Detectors
INFRARED DETECTORS
INTEGRATED SYSTEMS
SIMULATION
SPACE BASED
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Summary:This investigation encompasses a study of the operation of infrared detectors and applies this knowledge to the design of a space-based infrared sensor. The design process is illustrated, and sensor technology is explored in order to provide design options at each step. The infrared sensor system designed in this investigation is a component of a ballistic missile defense simulation and is required to sense a ballistic missile threat during the launch and boost phases. The product of this study is a point design that will, with iterative runs of the working simulation, be refined to achieve maximum utility in the integrated architecture. Continual analysis provided as the design matures explains the limits and merits of the system.